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Small, daily dose of changes can be the key to your success. How? Mike explains in this extract from the sixth chapter of his book "The Rise of the Pinoy: 7 Powerful Lessons of Success from 21 World-Class Filipinos." This book is now available at all Fully Booked branches in Metro Manila and Amazon. Grab your copy now!

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The benefits of reading are amazing. That's why I formed the habit of reading for myself a long time ago. Not only it gives you a vast array of knowledge and improves your vocabulary, it is also proven that it reduces stress, upgrades your analytical skills and memory enhancement. Listen to some of the leaders in the Philippines on what they ca ...…

As the sun scorches the Philippines during summer, it is important for us to stay hydrated by drinking lots of water. But aside from that, did you know that there are other benefits that you can get from drinking H20? It can make you more productive throughout the day and many more. Listen to this short episode to know more.…

Where light meets darkness’ is a prophet’s call, a sage’s whisper, a bard’s song…asking us to listen, to pause, and to understand the wonder of present Grace; a Grace that traces our hearts and tells the story of our souls. this is a book of intersections, exploring the possibility of who we could be, meeting the wonder of who we already are. f ...…

Penny Bongato, a professional coach, Filipino motivational speaker, author, and the first Filipina Canfield Certified Trainer in the Philippines and in Asia, shares her vision for the Philippines and how she can impact the lives of 100,000 Filipinos. **Contains Filipino Language** https://pennybongato.online/about/…

Filipinos are very family-oriented especially moms . They would stay with their family as much as they could but because of the need to work and provide for their family, they need to work somewhere else or worse, forced to go overseas leaving their families behind . But with the technology today, this is being slowly cured. Working from home i ...…

If you can go back in time, what would you tell your 20-year old self? Listen to the answers of David Bonifacio of New Leaf Ventures, Noey Lopez of Starbucks Philippines, Mark Ruiz of Hapinoy, Anna Meloto-Wilk of Human Nature, Pocholo Gonzales a.k.a. The Voicemaster, and Shirley Maya Tan of The Art of the Fearless Living. **Contains Filipino La ...…

It goes without saying that being an OFW is arduous and requires sacrifice and pure dedication. But Filipinos are willing to do those for their family. If you are planning to leave the Philippines and work abroad, you SHOULD listen to this as Mhy De Guzman talks about the life and real struggles of being an OFW.…

"If I had to hire 10 employees, 9 of them would be in the Philippines." I had an amazing chat with my very good friend Jonathan Levi, a serial entrepreneur, author, and lifehacker. He’s the author of the blockbuster Become a SuperLearner series and the host of the award-winning Becoming SuperHuman podcast. We talked about the best qualities of ...…

According to the World Health Organization, Tobacco kills more than 7 million people each year. We deep dived in this topic here in the Philippines and how it directly and indirectly affects all Filipinos.

Over cups of coffee, Pastor Jonathan and I had a chat about what it is like being a Canadian living in the Philippines for 18 years. He pointed out various topics about what Filipinos can do to make this country first-world. Jonathan also took me back 18 years ago as he talked about the difference of the Philippines from when he first arrived. ...…

Over cups of coffee, Pastor Jonathan and I had a chat about what it is like being a Canadian living in the Philippines for 18 years. He pointed out various topics about what Filipinos can do to make this country first-world. Jonathan also took me back and talked about the difference of the Philippines from when he first arrived here when he was ...…

After passing Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Board Exam as Top 7 last 2011, Don Soriano lived the high life. After enjoying an extravagant life eating at high-end fine dining places, even buying a sports car despite a failing business and unemployment, he went bankrupt with a Php500,000 debt to pay off. Now, Don is a serial entrepreneur, Bus ...…

In the Smokey Mountain area of Manila, tens of thousands of families rely on scavenging and recycling garbage for a living. Financial constraints, as well as a lack of educational and social support mean that many children are unable to complete their education, and in turn, are unable to break the cycle of poverty. Young Focus runs a day care ...…

Bebo Bharwani, a Pastor of Church Simplified turned his life rejections into new directions. We talk about how people should have the right mindset when handling negative situations in their lives, how God guides you toward His better plans for you, despite the many things lacking in your life.

Health and wellness coach, author of The Primed Life, Chad Davis, shares his expertise and experience on how to live healthier without taking medicines, exercising in the gym and other traditional healthy practices that we thought was the most effective way.

Emotional Intelligence is the capacity to be aware of, control, and express one's emotions, and to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically. With Ruby Manalac, an Emotional Intelligence practitioner, we dive into the benefits of having an Emotional Intelligence when applied to work, friends and family.…

Adrian Pantonial worked for 12 years in the BPO industry. While it pays well, he decided to leave that path and pursue freelancing in events hosting, teaching, and writing. He also shares a very personal and emotional tragedy that served as a wake up call for him.

Louis Faure was looking for a new and challenging environment during his gap year in college. Not knowing what to expect, he chose the Philippines and became a social entrepreneur in Gawad Kalinga, Angat Bulacan. There, he raised native chickens and truly fell in love with the country's people and culture, and decided to stay for four years now.…

Author of the best-selling book The Genius of the Poor and founder of Mad Travel, Tom Graham, ditched his suit and tie, and decided to live and work with the poor communities of Gawad Kalinga. There, he discovered the genius of the Filipino people and fell in love with the country.

Jocelyn Pick, President of Profiles Asia Pacific, Inc., was overseas for 17 years but what made her come back? She talked about why she decided to return to the Philippines for good despite having an excellent job abroad. And how she defines it as one of the best decisions she made in her life.

With this episode, Grace De Castro, a Management Consultant Expert, imparts her idea of what success really is for her and the journey that got her there. She also talks about how being a single mother can be a blessing and a change catalyst of her story.

In this episode, the CEO of TalentView, Anj Vera, shares her insights and tips on how to select the right candidate for your company. Anj also talks about questions you should be prepared for in a job interview.

Join us in this podcast episode where Mike sat down with Danny Moran in his very successful restaurant, Amici. They talked about the journey in his venture and what made him decide to leave his promising professional life behind to become an entrepreneur. Also find out how Philippine Mango helped Danny in one of the most challenging parts of hi ...…

The Philippines has a long history with colonizers. From the Spaniards in the 16th century to the Americans after the Philippine Revolution to the Japanese in World War II. So while we're welcoming to foreigners who come to visit the country for a holiday, we're wary of those who decide to stay and explore opportunities in the country. It's ine ...…

You know at least one person like this. This may even be you. A person who's going through the motions of living. Waking up every morning, dragging himself/herself to work, coming in late most of the time. Someone who's so unmotivated that work becomes a prison he/she seeks to escape from the moment that secondhand declares it's 5PM. Someone wh ...…

For Filipinos, a diploma holds a certain kind of power. It opens up a lot of opportunities and is considered key to a good, if not better, life. That's why when Alvie Benitez informed his grandparents that he will be dropping out of college after failing his thesis, he heard the longest string of Spanish bad words in his life. To say that he en ...…

Picture this. You’re in your 30s living in San Francisco in an apartment that is your source of pride and joy. You have a supportive network of family and friends around you as well as a dream job with great employers. There’s really nothing else you could want. You love your life. Now, think about giving all of these up. Would you? Our guest f ...…

With the current political climate, many Filipinos abroad are feeling hopeless for the Philippines. They'd rather stay abroad and, if possible, migrate with their family, believing that a better life awaits them in a foreign country. Not Dr. Cris Enriquez. Recognized as the only medical doctor in the world who trained and specialized in four di ...…

You were not put in this world to please everybody and neither should you try to do so. But how should you deal with criticisms from other people? How can you cope with all the negativity thrown your way? Mike has some advice for you in this episode.

Small, daily dose of changes can be the key to your success. How? Mike explains in this extract from the sixth chapter of his book "The Rise of the Pinoy: 7 Powerful Lessons of Success from 21 World-Class Filipinos." This book is now available at all Fully Booked branches in Metro Manila and Amazon. Grab your copy now! LISTENING TIME: 5 minutes ...…

Embracing your pain will qualify you to become of service to more people. How? Mike explains in this quick reading from the fifth chapter of his book "The Rise of the Pinoy: 7 Powerful Lessons of Success from 21 World-Class Filipinos." This book is now available at all Fully Booked branches in Metro Manila and Amazon. Grab your copy now!…

“You may find your best friend or your worst enemy in yourself.” – English Proverb “Your worst enemy cannot harm you as much as your own unguarded thoughts.” – Buddha “Your worst enemy is hiding within yourself, and that enemy is your nafs or false ego.” - Rumi “Self-mastery is the challenge of transforming yourself from your own worst enemy in ...…

What motivates you? Do you have the right motivation? Ponder on these two questions and more as you listen to Mike read an excerpt from the third chapter of his book "The Rise of the Pinoy: 7 Powerful Lessons of Success from 21 World-Class Filipinos." This book is now available at all Fully Booked branches in Metro Manila and at Amazon. Grab yo ...…

Many life coaches tell us to follow our dreams. However, following your dreams can be dangerous as Mike explains in this special, six-minute episode of the Best of You podcast. This episode is part 2 of a special 7-episode series featuring extracts from Mike's soon-to-be released book "The Rise of the Pinoy: 7 Powerful Lessons of Success from 2 ...…

We are dedicating this episode to the men and women behind MikeGrogan.ph. May we continue to inspire each other to excellence. We have a long way to go before we reach our targets but we're going to get there! This episode is part 1 of a special 7-episode series featuring extracts from each of the chapters in Mike's upcoming book "The Rise of t ...…

Robin Williams, Alexander McQueen, Kurt Cobain, Ernest Hemingway. What do these people have in common? For one, they’re all considered icons in their chosen fields. Williams was an award-winning actor, McQueen was named British designer of the year for four times, Cobain was a rockstar and Hemingway was a literary genius. All of them are succes ...…

Lloyd Luna is a firm believer in the power of following one’s passion. In respect to his parents’ wishes, Lloyd finished a bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. After graduation, he decided to follow his gifting as a master communicator instead of pursuing a mediocre ...…

Do you think you are healthy? Mike certainly thought so until he met Chad Davis of “Primed for Your Life”. Chad convinced Mike to “go primed” at the start of 2016 and Mike has never been the same since. Listen to Mike’s health transformation story and the extraordinary benefits you can achieve by making small changes in what you eat. Live bette ...…

“Getting fit” and “losing weight” are very popular New Year’s resolutions. Unfortunately, these vows are also the ones that are most commonly broken. If you are struggling to be the “best of you” physically, Chad Davis can help. A wellness coach and triathlete, Chad shares tips for achieving a healthy lifestyle in his blog, PrimedForYourLife.co ...…

Rags to riches is an accurate description of Arthur Tugade’s life story. He grew up in a squatters’ area called Tatalon Estates. Despite his impoverished background, Art was able to finish Law at San Beda College thanks to his parents’ self-sacrifice and a scholarship. After founding Perry's Holding Corporation, Art has turned his attention to ...…

Why would a successful businessman from Australia want to become a Filipino citizen? Peter Wallace has spent decades in the Philippines, longer than 70% of the country’s young population. A former cadet engineer, Peter first came to the country in 1975 to put up a factory for an American multinational company. In 1982, he established The Wallac ...…

To have a more productive and fulfilling life, you need to learn to say NO to a lot of things that take away from your time and the things you should be doing to become the best version of you. It could be as simple as saying NO to adding an email app on your phone or as difficult as saying NO to coffee with friends. Thus, in this episode Mike ...…

In the second part of his interview, Marvin de Leon of Freelance Blend talks about the benefits of freelancing, particularly on family life. He also offers advice on how to deal with negativity and forgiveness. For full show notes, please visit http://bit.ly/boyphe63.

In this interview, Marvin de Leon of Freelance Blend recounts his journey as a corporate man to a freelancer. Listen to find out what finally pushed him to take the leap and leave high-paying job and start from the bottom. A highly-recommended episode for those who are trapped in jobs they hate. For the full show notes, please visit http://bit. ...…

What's the first thing that you should say to yourself when you wake up? Lean leadership trainer and inspirational speaker Mike Grogan shares a simple yet powerful morning affirmation that will help you make the most out of your day. Make this your daily habit and you'll see massive change in your life!…

A great way to start your meetings, whether formal or informal, is with the concept of gratitude. Lean Leadership trainer and transformational teacher Mike Grogan shares questions that you can ask your attendees so that they feel this emotion at the start of your meeting and be positive for the duration of it. For more episodes like this, pleas ...…

In part 2 of his interview, Bo's Coffee President and CEO Steve Benitez gives powerful advice about merging your passion with business and the importance of investing in yourself. He identifies people who are good role models for aspiring entrepreneurs. Finally, he talks about his dream for the Philippines and his dream of making Bo's Coffee a ...…

In part 1 of his interview with Mike Grogan, Steve Benitez shares priceless business - and parenting -- lessons based on his experiences as the founder of Bo's Coffee, a homegrown specialty retail coffee brand in the Philippines. He talks about the value of total awareness in achieving your goals, whether it be professional or personal goals. L ...…

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